The Brief
As a rapidly expanding electronics firm, and with teams working on technical projects throughout the country, there was need for a leadership programme for the Core Managers. The brief was to create a paradigm shift in managers’ minds that encouraged them to become ‘trail blazers’ who were motivated to play a leading role in the growth of ACIS.

It was agreed that cohorts would be formed to use the team spirit and enthusiasm generated across the various functions, to create a ‘buzz’ and set the pace for when the managers return to the workplace.

The Solution
The modular format, highly participative in style, was in response to their demands for minimum time input with maximum effect. Each module focused upon a work-related project, acting as a catalyst for a portfolio of local initiatives and process improvements designed to benefit the business as a whole. We also encouraged ‘peer coaching’ and mutual support amongst the managers attending the programme.

The final project was significant - designed to integrate the learning whilst producing a plan for adding real value to the organisation (e.g. revenue generation or savings through ‘working smarter’). This was presented back to their senior management team for discussion and development at the final module ‘Adding Value’.